Monthly Archives: March 2013

LÖHE ON GALATIANS 4:26

But the Jerusalem that is above is free, and she is our mother. (Gal 4:26 NIV) The Church is like a tree with countless branches. Consider this, dear reader. Tell me: Where is the root of this tree and where … Continue reading

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Herrenhuter readings for Monday, the 11th March 2013

But I pray to you, O LORD, in the time of your favor; in your great love, O God, answer me with your sure salvation. (Psalm 69:13 NIV) Devote yourselves to prayer, being watchful and thankful. (Colossians 4:2 NIV)

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LÖHE ON EPHESIANS 4:4

There is one body and one Spirit. (Eph 4:4 NIV) “I believe one, holy Christian Church, the communion of saints!” That is our confession dear reader. Remember that in German “one” is written with a capital letter, so that you … Continue reading

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Herrenhuter readings for Sunday, the 10th March 2013

My soul faints with longing for your salvation, but I have put my hope in your word. (Psalm 119:81 NIV) Now faith is being sure of what we hope for and certain of what we do not see. (Hebrews 11:1 … Continue reading

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Lutheran Order of service in isiZulu/seTswana

The Lutheran Order of Service for Laetare (4th Sunday in Lent) is available here in isiZulu and seTswana. Today it comes with a sermon by Pastor Christoph D. Weber (Umlazi, KZN) based on the reading from gospel of Saint John … Continue reading

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LÖHE ON JOHN 17:17

Sanctify them by the truth; your word is truth. (John 17:17 NIV) It is a saving truth, that all Christians are united with their Lord’s suffering and dying through faith and are justified from all their sins by his resurrection. … Continue reading

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Herrenhuter readings for Saturday, the 9th March 2013

For the LORD is righteous, he loves justice! (Psalm 11:7 NIV) God is just and the one who justifies those who have faith in Jesus. (Romans 3:26 NIV)

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Women’s day: Adv. du Preez shares some thoughts.

INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY 2013: SHOULD SOUTH AFRICA CELEBRATE OR LAMENT? Adv Jacques du Preez, FW de Klerk Foundation On 8 March 2013, as we celebrate International Women’s Day, we show our respect, appreciation and gratitude towards women and acknowledge their … Continue reading

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LÖHE ON EPHESIANS 5:8-9

For you were once darkness, but now you are light in the Lord. Live as children of light for the fruit of the light consists in all goodness, righteousness and truth. (Eph 5:8-9 NIV) You are a light in the … Continue reading

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Herrenhuter readings for Friday, the 8th March 2013

In my distress I called to the LORD; I cried to my God for help. From his temple he heard my voice; my cry came before him, into his ears. (Psalm 18:6 NIV) St Paul said: “But I have had … Continue reading

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